Posts by Tag: Activities

With just one glance at Elkader's thriving downtown, one can tell that the business community works well together. Elkader business owners have benefitted from many years of participation in the Main Street Iowa Program, and continue the tradition with...

I am in love with Northeast Iowa. I never meant to stay, but something about the place just grabbed hold. Now that the sun is shining, the snow is melting and the air no longer hurts my face, am nearly giddy with anticipation of all that is ahead. Here...

LANSING-- What was last year's Chili Cook Off, has blossomed into what looks to be a full-blown Winter Festival.
After seeing the success of last year's event, Sue Stirn & Jana Schoh are bringing more to the table this year. Together, with their com...

The warmer weather may have many Iowans thinking spring, which means putting away all that winter gear. But before you toss out your old scarf that has seen too many winters or the gloves that now have holes from shoveling one too many sidewalks… think...

ELKADER-- I step outside and am delighted to be bathed in a sea of green lining up on Main Street. People from all over are setting up their chairs and getting ready for the big parade. I look around for my friends and laugh as I see the little kids ...

Birthday kids and parents: there lies a secret place for exploring, creating, and celebrating here in Decorah: The Clay Studio's downstairs hideaway.
Beneath The Clay Studio, down a wooden stairway you'll find a secret hideout. A rustic backdrop ...

What would you do with an extra 33 hours in your week? Maybe cook more? Spend more time with your family and friends? Get outside more? If we all dropped our television habit, we'd have the time! It’s no joke, folks. This is Katrina Moyna with the Driftless...